Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar

New American restaurant · Truckee

Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar

New American restaurant · Truckee

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10142 Rue Hilltop, Truckee, CA 96161

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Popular standby housed in a historic ski lodge boasts eclectic meals & deck seating with city views.  

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10142 Rue Hilltop, Truckee, CA 96161 Get directions

cottonwoodrestaurant.com
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10142 Rue Hilltop, Truckee, CA 96161 Get directions

+1 530 587 5711
cottonwoodrestaurant.com
@cottonwoodtruckee

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"It’s hard not to notice Cottonwood as you’re driving through Truckee—the restaurant’s large cliffside patio and red neon sign dominate the views from downtown. You have two options: dinner on the outdoor patio under hanging string lights, or a more casual experience at the indoor bar, housed in a former ski lodge from 1928. The menu is the same in both places, but the patio area is better if you’re looking for a more romantic or elegant atmosphere. No matter where you sit, you’ll be pleased with the menu, whether you’re sharing the mushroom medley veggie tacos at the bar or pairing your coriander-lime fettuccine with a glass of wine on the patio at sunset.  " - suzie dundas

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"It’s hard not to notice Cottonwood as you’re driving through Truckee—the restaurant’s large cliffside patio and red neon sign dominate the views from downtown. You have two options: dinner on the outdoor patio under hanging string lights, or a more casual experience at the indoor bar, housed in a former ski lodge from 1928. The menu is the same in both places, but the patio area is better if you’re looking for a more romantic or elegant atmosphere. No matter where you sit, you’ll be pleased with the menu, whether you’re sharing the mushroom medley veggie tacos at the bar or pairing your coriander-lime fettuccine with a glass of wine on the patio at sunset." - Suzie Dundas

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M Antonio C

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Sometimes, you find a restaurant that just makes you comfortable. Cottonwood is that type of place. From the moment you enter, it feels almost like home. It has the "old Tahoe" feelings, too. I didn't realize how much i missed the old days. The food was very good. The servers were very friendly. I had a wonderful meal.

Catherine Garzio

Google
We have always enjoyed Cottonwood when we visit our Tahoe home. The host accommodated our request to move outside on the deck at the last minute and service was great. The cocktail list is outstanding. We enjoyed the elk and the fried chicken sandwich - good choices!

Michele Turner

Google
We hadn’t been to Cottonwood since before the pandemic. I’d heard it had struggled but it is definitely up to prior standards. The Brussel Sprouts were a delightful surprise, sweet and cooked with apples and bacon. I had the ginger carrot soup which was strong on the ginger, my husband had the French Onion soup which was really good and not too cheesy. My salmon was so big I almost couldn’t finish it- all the portions were large but this was the largest cut of fish I’ve ever had in a restaurant. It was perfectly cooked and had a really nice seasoning. My husband had the short ribs, also a good size portion, and he said it just melted in his mouth. If you haven’t been, Cottonwood sits on the old town hill by the “Hilltop” sign and at night you over look old town Truckee, all lit up. It’s a great view, very chill atmosphere and great food. Good wine list too!

Shachar Ben-Hador

Google
We had a family dinner and everyone liked the food. We had the short ribs, cheeseburgers, cesar salad and onion soup. Everything was delicious. The kids would have enjoyed a little more salt in the food.

Jamie Paychev

Google
Had a wonderful experience. The view was wonderful overlooking a well-lit downtown Truckee. The food was great and the server was quick and friendly. I really appreciated that they were able to accommodate requests on the menu (brussel sprouts extra crispy - highly recommend!).

christina capper

Google
The food was amazing. Got the braised short ribs and they were really good super tender super good. We also had the bread pudding for dessert. This was equally as good. Oh yeah, and we had an appetizer of the amazing brussels sprouts This restaurant Off the main drag and up the hill, you can see it and is worth exploring. The people that run, it are welcoming, and are truly concerned with you having a great experience

Emily Krueger

Google
45$ for an overdone small salmon fillet , and beans from a can - was the experience and in my opinion not appropriate. We waited for 50 minutes for our food and our server left before we even got our food because he was tired. A caesar salad made like this is also just slightly comical. Expensive prices for mid food. I don’t like leaving poor reviews but we came with high expectations and people should know

sage s

Google
Hard to find, the driveway feels like an abandoned property. Hope the adjacent property sells and gets rehabilitated. Beautiful location once you are in the restaurant, romantic candle lit chandelier is very cool. Kudos for having a couple vegan options, the black bean burger was yummy although tasted like it was fried in beef fat. Nice they carry athletic non alcoholic beer. The dessert, vegan chocolate cake was fantastic, star of the meal. Great friendly service, good atmosphere. Recommend, we will be back even if we eat dinner somewhere else if only for the chocolate cake.